The University College of Townsville was opened on 27 February 1961. The University College of Townsville became the James Cook University of North Queensland after being proclaimed as an Act of Queensland Parliament. On 20 April 1970, the official opening of the university was conducted by Queen Elizabeth II.

On 1 January 1998, the current name of James Cook University became official.

Facts

<ul>
	<li>JCU is the second oldest university in Queensland.</li>
	<li>The university&#39;s main campuses are located in Cairns and Townsville, and one in the city-state of Singapore.</li>
	<li>The university&#39;s main fields of research include mathematical sciences, environmental sciences, technology and medical, biological sciences, earth sciences, agricultural and veterinary sciences, and health sciences.</li>
	<li>The university motto is Cresente Luce, which was first proposed by Professor Frederick Walter Robinson (Doc Robbie).</li>
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On-Campus Accommodation

All 3 campuses, namely Brisbane, cairns, and Townsville, have on-campus accommodations. The facilities would vary depending on the accommodation chosen.&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>The single-board rooms at JCU&#39;s on-campus dormitories provide amenities including a bed, desk and chair for studying, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a fan, a wardrobe, and a secure swipe lock system.</li>
	<li>Along with common rooms, computer laboratories with printers, TV rooms, study places, kitchenettes, laundry, outdoor sitting, and other amenities, residence halls also include common areas.</li>
	<li>Additional services provided by the on-campus housing include security, three daily meals, daily cleaning, and maintenance.</li>
</ul>

Off-Campus Accommodation

The off-campus accommodation ranges from private apartments to residence halls. You can choose any depending on your needs and budget. We recommend getting a semi or fully furnished accommodation with at least basic amenities and furniture.

<ul>
	<li>The typical monthly rent is 600 to 800 AUD.</li>
	<li>Studio apartments, three-bedroom apartments, four-bedroom apartments, and communal apartments are among the residential types.</li>
	<li>All basic amenities such as power, water, and unrestricted internet access are included in the fee for the student homes.</li>
	<li>The student apartments are conveniently located near the Townsville CBD, neighbourhood restaurants, and major roads with public transportation.</li>
</ul>

Food Facilities (Availability of vegetarian/Indian food)

<ul>
	<li>KD&#39;s Vegan Takeaway</li>
	<li>A Touch of Salt</li>
	<li>Aalishan Indian Restaurant</li>
</ul>

Accommodation

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rachel_Carling-Jenkins">Rachel Carling-Jenkins</a> - Australian Politician

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Katarina_Carroll">Katarina Carroll</a> - Commissioner of the Queensland Police Service

<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brentley_Frazer">Brentley Frazer</a> - Author

Alumni

<ul>
	<li>The admissions process at James Cook University varies depending on whether you are applying to an undergraduate or postgraduate programme.</li>
	<li>Through the QTAC Application, students from Australia who are pursuing an International Baccalaureate Diploma can apply.</li>
	<li>International students can apply online, in person, or through their country&#39;s representative.</li>
	<li>The application must be submitted six weeks before the start of classes.</li>
</ul>

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Application Procedure

Numerous social, athletic, and intellectual clubs and societies are organised by the JCU Student Association and JCU International Student Association.

Student Association

Numerous officially recognised Clubs &amp; Societies, including sports, social, and faculty organisations, are offered by the Student Association. By giving students the chance to connect with others who share their interests and pursue those interests, clubs and societies take an active part in the university community.

Sports and Athletics 
Excellent athletic facilities are also available on the campus, including a cricket field, a gym, hockey, football, tennis courts, a swimming pool, squash courts, rowing, and others.

Student Clubs

Student clubs help you connect with people having similar interests as yours. And some of the student clubs available at university are:-

<ul>
	<li>JCU Sustainability Club</li>
	<li>JCU Doctors for the Environment Australia</li>
	<li>JCU Community of Gardeners Club</li>
	<li>JCU Townsville Sunshine Edible Community Garden Club</li>
</ul>

Part-time Jobs

You can search for part-time jobs through online hiring platforms, getting referred by your friends, leads from university career admin, through classifieds, etc. 
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Campus

The university was ranked No.1 in the world for Marine and Freshwater Biology, in the top 25 Universities in Australia and top 300 Universities in the world. This shows the level of education and exposure you&#39;ll get in the university. The university has standard faculties as well and would be one of the best universities for students who want to pursue Marine and Freshwater biology.

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Conclusion

<a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/simon-biggs-81309216">Simon Biggs</a> - Vice-Chancellor and President

<a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/ickjai-lee-2329b825">Ickjai Lee</a>&nbsp;- Associate Dean -&nbsp;Learning and Teaching

<a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/williams-stephen-a984b05a">Williams Stephen</a>&nbsp;- Professor - Biology

Faculty

JCU provides information access to a limited number of scholarships available to international students.

Some of which are -&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>JCU International Student Merit Stipend - 700 AUD/month</li>
	<li>JCU Research Scholarship - Price Depends</li>
	<li>Australia Award Scholarship -&nbsp;All costs covered for the duration of the study</li>
</ul>

Financial Aid

The university&#39;s main campuses are located in the tropical cities of Cairns and Townsville, and one in the city-state of Singapore. The principal and biggest campus is in Townsville. It counts 11,500 students, 1,500 of them are from abroad.

<ul>
	<li>The campus accommodates students in resident halls and colleges and provides amenities including classrooms for instruction and research, a library, caf&eacute;s, bars, a gym, and athletic venues.</li>
	<li>Modern infrastructure and tools are available on JCU campuses to ensure the best possible learning opportunities.</li>
	<li>Modern lecture halls and intimate tutorial settings are created to promote group learning and problem-solving.</li>
	<li>JCU&#39;s choices for external study give students freedom if they desire to finish coursework remotely or at their own leisure.</li>
</ul>

Campus safety

The university has taken most of the necessary measures to ensure safety and security at the campus some of which are:-

<ul>
	<li>Installation of CCTV camera and security personnel.</li>
	<li>Availability of first aid and other medical aids during a&nbsp;medical emergency</li>
</ul>

Infrastructure

Townsville is on the coast and receives sunshine throughout the&nbsp;year. Townsville takes great pride in being the unofficial capital of North Queensland. As of June 2018, it had a population of 180,820, making it the largest settlement in North Queensland.&nbsp;Townsville hosts a significant number of governmental, community and major business administrative offices for the northern half of the state.

Important landmarks/places nearby -&nbsp;

<ul>
	<li>Reef Headquarters Aquarium</li>
	<li>The Strand</li>
	<li>Billabong Sanctuary</li>
	<li>Riverway</li>
	<li>Castle Hil</li>
	<li>The Magnetic Island</li>
	<li>The Palmetum</li>
	<li>Queens Garden</li>
	<li>Cape Pallarenda Conservation Park</li>
</ul>

Crime rate

The crime rate at Townsville is moderate with the crime index at&nbsp;56.66. It is recommended to take the usual precatuions. The authorities are active there and take quick action in case of any emergency.

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Location

Internships

During their second year of school, students should also apply for an internship programme. Throughout the year, internships are posted on several sites for internship employment.

Placements

The Career and Employability Center at JCU provides a variety of jobs and supports students in their career preparation.

<ul>
	<li>Students may utilise CareerHub to hunt for internships, full- and part-time employment, and both.</li>
	<li>Additionally, it updates users about upcoming jobs, courses, and professional events.</li>
</ul>

Students may gain work experience and increase their employability through volunteer programmes.

<ul>
	<li>The likelihood that a student will be hired during on-campus hiring can be increased by volunteering.</li>
	<li>They can volunteer anywhere in the globe, even on and off campus.</li>
</ul>

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Placements

The wet season is hot, oppressive, and mostly cloudy in Townsville while the dry season is humid, warm, windy, and mostly clear. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from 58&deg;F to 88&deg;F.

Weather

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Through six colleges and 32 fields of study, Ames Cook University provides 49 undergraduate and 68 postgraduate degrees. Marine and Freshwater Biology is ranked first in the world by CWUR.

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Around 1,400 students live on site in colleges and residence halls, giving the university a real community feel. The average cost of on-campus living is 8,640 AUD.

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